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TECHNICS SL-1200MK2 Turntable

TECHNICS SL-1200MK2 Turntable

( Type: Direct Drive - Weight: 31.0lb - Width: 16.75in )

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Remember what DJs used in the club before the 1200s? Nobody else does either. That's because their heavy-duty design, vibration-resistant construction, and mechanical precision make a lot of what those early DJs did possible. This deck was the first to feature a Direct Drive motor, quartz movement for total accuracy, adjustable tone arm weights, anti-skate control, a pop-up target light and a sliding pitch control. With each new improvement, as form follows function, the Technics turntable has become a thing of beauty. From the community centers at the beginning of the disco era to the clubs of today, Technics decks have been the standard for over thirty years. Vibration Resistant Construction A die-cast aluminum body, heavy rubber base, and a lack of unnecessary components or empty space allow the 1200MK2 to absorb unwanted vibrations that could otherwise interfere with the sound. Ultra-Low-Speed Motor / Super-High Torque The 1200MK2's ultra-low-speed motor and high torque (1.5kg/cm) allow for super quick start-ups (0.7 sec) and stops. Quartz Locked Pitch Adjustment Allows for accurate quartz-locked pitch adjustments throughout its 16 percent (+/-8) range. Total Direct-Drive Accuracy Instead of just spinning the platter, the classic Technics Direct-Drive system actually incorporates it into the motor, reducing the number of parts that can malfunction and making consistent, accurate speeds possible. It's a system that has been providing fast start-up t...
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User Reviews for TECHNICS SL-1200MK2 Turntable

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  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Full Posted: August 29 2010 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    just connect it to a very good phono riaa preamp to get good results.

    Wow the industry standard for 35 years and still going

    ...I had a lot of "audiophile" turntables, Thorens TD124 mk2 , other Technics, Garard , Linn LP12, Denon etc... etc... I sold them all and now have 3 Sl-1200's. The performance is simply stunning ! O ... read more

  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Full Posted: July 27 2010 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    ). other reviewers here have praised the sound of this model, which is outstanding.

    Army Tank construction standards in a fine turntable.

    ...No Kidding! This turntable impresses with it's virtual indestructibilty! I've had two of them since the early eighties with practically no regard ... er to reach legendary status in the world of H ... read more

  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Full Posted: May 19 2010 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    maybe these machines once did extraordinary things and, moreover, are still capable of doing them.

    The tonearm with ED: it couldn't stay up and wouldn't go down.

    ...Get a "Technics SL-1200MK2" was his immediate response.Not exactly the solution I was in search of, but at least it represented an idea, a clue, a notion--which is more than anyone else at the sta ... read more

  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Full Posted: May 14 2010 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    i have had pretty good luck with internet purchases but i only buy from sites i can trust like amazon.

    There is the SL1200 and then there is all the others...............

    ...I just ran into this listing on Amazon so I thought I might put my two cents in. I think I bought this model about 15 years ago and have used it ... take to your grave this baby is worth the expe ... read more

  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Full Posted: January 26 2010 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    according to me the sl 1200 has no needle.

    Question

    ...This item is great.just a question. To be operational and complete do I need the SL 1200 + tbe Magnetic Phono Cartridge. Is this correct ?Accordi ... the SL 1200 has no needle. Please confirm.Than ... read more

  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Empty Posted: December 23 2009 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    fully user-adjustable if you like to tweak, easy switching of headshells, solid and well-made, rock-steady platter, and.

    ...Fully user-adjustable if you like to tweak, easy switching of headshells, solid and well-made, rock-steady platter, and...most important of all, ... d maybe a straight tonearm it would be perfect ... read more

  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Full Posted: December 5 2009 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    all the old records in my collection are enjoying new life!

    ...Love this turntable. Great sound, accurate as all get-out. All the old records in my collection are enjoying new life! read more

  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Full Posted: May 23 2009 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    a rock solid heavyweight, impervious to vibration, bulletproof, sounds great.

    ...Cost/benefit curves typically have a "knee" in them. Below the knee you pay a little more and get a lot more. Above the knee you pay a lot more t ... proof, sounds great...what more could you ask ... read more

  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Full Posted: May 21 2009 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    i favor the sound of this turn table with the upgraded cartridge and good vinyl to my sacd player.

    ...This thing is great. I really don't understand why anyone would want/need to spend more. It has all the alignment tools needed. It can do anyt ... e a gem of a phono amp, and preamp outs on it. ... read more

  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Full Posted: May 11 2009 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    absolutely satisfied with my purchase.

    ...Finally had to put my old Philips 212 to rest. Upgraded to the Technics after much research and reviews from other users. Absolutely satisfied with my purchase. Highly recommend. read more

Product Specs for TECHNICS SL-1200MK2 Turntable

Feature: Quartz direct-drive Sliding pitch control with strobe Detachable headshell Accepts standard-mount cartridges Designed for professional and DJ applications
Category: Electronics
Brand: Technics
Color: silver
Label: Technics
Manufacturer: Technics
Model: SL-1200MK2
Product Group: CE
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Weight: 31 lbs
Length: 20 in.
Width: 16 in.
Part Number: SL-1200MK2
Type: Direct Drive
Weight: 31.0 lb
Width: 16.75 in
Product Type: turntable
UPC: 037988653249
ASIN: B00006I5VX

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